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Pasco

Union of mountain and jungle

A land of marked contrasts, where the mountains and jungle form a chain of cold peaks and lush vegetation. Huayllay’s “Forest of Stones” consists of unusual rock formations and countless lagoons. This region is inhabited by native peoples and includes picturesque towns such as Huancabamba, Oxapampa, Pozuzo and Villa Rica, which are inhabited by Austrian-German settlers who have combined their culture with local customs. It has very diverse flora and fauna, and scenery dotted with numerous waterfalls.

Pasco marks the entrance to the exuberant central jungle region.

Location: Located in the center of Peru, to the east of the Cordillera Occidental (West Andes). Most of the region consists of high jungle ecosystems, but its capital and other major cities are located in Andean areas.

Weather

The climate of the towns and villages in the Daniel Alcides Carrión and Cerro de Pasco provinces is cold and wet, with medium humidity. On the other hand, the towns and villages of Pozuzo, Villa Rica and Huancabamba have a temperate and very wet climate, while Oxapampa’s climate is hot and extremely wet, with high humidity.

San Pedro de Ninacaca Church (Pasco)

Visiting Hours :
During masses.

Location :
31 km south-east of Pasco city (30 minutes by car).

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Built between 1580 - 1610, it brings together both Andean and Spanish architectural techniques. The church was consecrated to its patron saint, Saint Peter, in 1626. The church was designed with just one nave, stone walls and a thatched roof. The altar is made from wood and gold leaf, and the outer walls display figures carved in stone.

Punrun Lagoon (Pasco)

Visiting Hours :
Daytime.

Location :
37 km south-west of Pasco city (1 hour 30 minutes by car).

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With a surface area of 8 km2, a maximum depth of 200 metres and 4,200 masl. Its cold waters hold five islands, with Pumapachupan being the jewel in the crown. On its shores, visitors can see typical flora from the area, including la chilligua, el ichu, el garbancillo and wetlands. Punrun is also a habitat for many bird species, including wild duck and the mallard duckling, quail, seagull, ruddy duck, "frailisco", kingfisher and the ibis, as well as numerous frogs, trout, carachi fich and catfish.

Huayllay National Sanctuary (Pasco)

Chosen as one of the 7 Wonders of Peru. Formed from different sized and shaped rocks, created by the action of wind, water and the moving of glaciers. The formations bear a similarity to enormous human and animal profiles, as well as doorways and arches. The forest boasts hot springs at a temperature of 60 °C, known for their medicinal properties. The area is inhabited by deer, vicuñas, vizcachas, wildcats, skunks, sparrow hawks and quails. The flora comprises grass, queñua, huamanpinta, putaga and mata mata trees or pargashes.

Goñicutac Archaeological Site (Daniel A Carrión)

Daytime.

5 km from Yanahuanca, is the village centre of Rocco (15 minutes by car).

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Featuring an architecture style that clearly displays the influences of local Yaro and Chaupihuaranga cultures, simplicity and strength predominate. The buildings have up to two stories and rooms that are divided to be used for storage or for living space; other highlights include watchtowers and agricultural fields.

Holy Week - Oxa Expo

Pasco

Begins: 01-February-2017 Ends: 31-March-2017

Holy Week is the time chosen by the descendents of the Austrian-German settlers to organize parties with samples of food and dances brought over from Europe at the beginning of last century. Moreover, farming and crafted product exhibitions are held, as well as painting and drawing competitions.

Eco tourist Festival of the Indigenous Communities - Coffee Festival

Pasco

Begins: 01-July-2017 Ends: 31-July-2017

An opportunity ideal to explore the interesting eco-tourist circuits, and the coffee and fruit plantations located in the indigenous communities. Moreover, people can enjoy dances and typical food of the area.

RURALTUR HUAYLLAY National Eco-tourist Festival of Rural and Tourist Communities

Pasco

Begins: 01-September-2017 Ends: 07-September-2017

It is celebrated at Huayllay National Sanctuary with several activities, such as offerings to the Pachamama (Mother Earth), llama load-carrying contests, Andean gymkhana, spinning competitions, and pottery making, in addition to rock-climbing contests among different universities and walking tours around the eleven tourist circuits.